RAMKOTA HOTEL Find us on Twitter /sdglaciallakes WATERTOWN 1-800-658-4505 or 605-753-0282 Located on I-29 & US 212 www.visitwatertownsd.com Population 21,982. Over 800 sleeping rooms, 60 restaurants, 2 beautiful lakes, 4 campgrounds, bike and walking trails. Home of Terry Redlin Art Center, Bramble Park Zoo, Mellette House (1st Governor of South Dakota). 605-886-8011 1901 9th Avenue SW DINING BACKROADS COFFEEHOUSE 1519 4th St NE brcoffeehouse@gmail.com www.BackroadsCoffeehouse.com WEBSTER CAMPING 605-448-5474 www.gfp.sd.gov/parks SURESTAY PLUS BY BEST WESTERN (FORMERLY THE HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES) 605-882-3636 Jct. I-29 & US Hwy. 212. Located off exit 177, enjoy our indoor water park with 3 pools, inviting hot tub, and a 2.5 story waterslide. Free hot breakfast, fitness center, business center, and WiFi. Stay at our pet friendly location in one of 66 guest rooms. Backroads: also referred to as the ‘gem’ of Watertown, is located on N. Hwy. 81. Stop to shop, eat or drink. Their regulars boast their favorites in all areas. Also available: Antiques from Sweden, merchandise to wear, and local art displayed. Find more online for hours and seasonal menus. DEMPSEYS BREWERY, RESTAURANT, & PUB 605-882-9760 127 North Broadway A landmark of Watertown, featuring award winning Brews, the 2nd oldest brewery in South Dakota, & the winner of the #1 Pizza in the NW in Las Vegas. Sean Dempsey (owner/all around nice guy) is also a member of the United States Pizza Team. Dempseys is a full service restaurant with a European/American fusion and a full bar. Front of House Manager Adam Erickson is also the 2017 State Bartending Champion, so be sure to try some of his curious libations & remedies. Family owned since its founding in 1999, it’s a great destination for all ages. Open 7 days a week. Try the Brick Oven pizzas! Fort Sisseton is a beautifully preserved Civil War era fort with 14 original buildings. Not only do they offer guided tours of the buildings, but also available year-round: a museum about the Fort, camping, kayaking, canoeing, multiple family friendly events, large rental facility and wedding facilities. Don’t miss this jewel of the prairie, situated in the heart of the glacial lakes region! ACCOMMODATIONS COUNTRY INN & SUITES 605-886-8900 or 1-800-456-4000 I-29 Exit 177 and Hwy. 212 www.countryinns.com/watertownsd Newly Renovated! Across from the Terry Redlin Art Center. All rooms have microwaves/refrigerators, LCD TV’s, coffee makers, and more! Enjoy the business center, wireless internet, complimentary hot breakfast, guest laundry, pool and hot tub. McDonalds and Fuel Stop next door. PICKEREL LAKE RECREATION AREA 605-486-4753 www.gfp.sd.gov/parks Pickerel Lake Recreation Area is on the beautiful shores of Pickerel Lake. The recreation area offers an East and West unit and both offer camping sites, camping cabins, hiking, swimming beaches and boat ramps. The east unit also offers a fish cleaning station and fishing pier while the west unit offers a picnic shelter that can be reserved. WATERTOWN EXECUTIVE SUITES 605-203-0348 1 – 1st Ave SW. www.watertownexecutivesuites.com Your home away from home, only a suitcase is needed. Short term lodging for traveling nurses or corporate & executive travelers. By the month or week only. Downtown Watertown, SD. Within walking distance to restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Cable TV and Free WiFi. Call Connie Cheney for more information. DAKOTA SIOUX CASINO & HOTEL DINING A&W FAMILY RESTAURANT 605-345-4140 Jct. of Hwy 12 & 25, Webster Cheers to 100 years!! Help A&W celebrate 100 years, 1919-2019. Home of the famous Root Beer Float and many other ice cream treats to spoil yourself with. We serve “AW”some Burgers, Broasted Chicken, Coney Dogs, Wraps, Salads and many sides. Dine-in, carry-out or drive-thru; we are here to serve you year-round. Tourist information center. 16415 Sioux Conifer Road (605) 882-2051, (800) 658-4717 www.dakotasioux.com Las Vegas style action 7 days a week. Stop in and check out our spacious casino, with 450+ slot machines, live blackjack, Restaurant with deli items available and limited menu. Don’t forget about our 92 room hotel with beautiful rooms & suites. Seasonal RV Park – see hotel for details. WHEEL INN 605-886-4649 4th Ave. & Hwy. 20 www.watertownwheelinn.com Closest thing to home! Come in and experience delicious food at a reasonable price in a comfortable, relaxed setting. Breakfast served all day, every day. Dine-in, Carry-Out, Delivery & Catering available. Online ordering available through our website or app. The Wheel Inn has been serving Watertown and the surrounding areas for 70 years. Come experience a Watertown institution. Open 7 days a week 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Delivery throughout entire city limits. Hours vary. CAMPING PELICAN LAKE RECREATION AREA 605-882-5200 www.gfp.sd.gov/parks This hidden gem 9 miles southwest of Watertown is one of the most beautiful parks in our region. It boasts over 5 miles of scenic trails through native prairie and wildflowers. Don’t forget to visit the archery range and 14 target course as you prepare for hunting season. MY PLACE HOTEL 605-878-3133 3409 8th Ave SE, Watertown www.myplacehotels.com Watertown’s newest extended stay hotel. Nightly, weekly and monthly rates. Featuring pillow top plush beds with microfiber sheets and down duvets, guest laundry and free high-speed internet access. Every room features full-size refrigerator/ice maker, sink, toaster, coffee maker, microwave, and 2 burner cook-top. WESSINGTON SPRINGS WESSINGTON SPRINGS AREA CHAMBER & DEVELOPMENT SEE & DO BRAMBLE PARK ZOO 605-882-6269 800 10th St. NW, Watertown, SD www.brambleparkzoo.com and www.facebook.com/BPZandLAZS COME CLOSER to the Ottertown exhibit and KidZoo, Discovery Center, Australian Adventure, Big Cats, Monkeys, Sloth, Bear Crossing, Terry Redlin Environmental Center, Diversity of Life Complex, 23 acres of wildlife with over 600 animals representing 130 species from around the world and those native to South Dakota. Open all year! SANDY SHORE RECREATION AREA 605-882-5200 www.gfp.sd.gov/parks This beautiful park on the south shore of Lake Kampeska has quickly become a favorite with area campers. Sandy Shore is located on the nicest swimming beach in the area with modern campsites and new comfort station. There are also two new lake front cabins that each has its own dock! 605-539-1929 PO Box 132 Wessington Springs, SD 57382 wsprings@venturecomm.net www.wessingtonsprings.com The natural springs flow through stunning foothills into the vibrant, historical town of Wessington Springs: Old Grade Nature Trail, Shakespeare Garden, Anne Hathaway Cottage, 1905 Opera House, Heritage Museum. For more information call or visit our website. QUALITY INN & SUITES 605-886-3010 or 1-800-4CHOICE I-29 Exit 177 and Hwy. 212 www.qualityinn.com/hotel/sd016 Across from the Terry Redlin Art Center. All rooms feature microwaves, refrigerators plus free wireless internet. Enjoy the pool, hot tub, exercise room, business center, complimentary hot breakfast, guest laundry, meeting room and elevator. McDonalds and Fuel Stop next door. www.facebook.com/ qualityinn.watertownsd. SDGlacialLakes.com // 185 GLACIAL LAKES & PRAIRIES REGION Full-service hotel featuring Minervas Restaurant & Bar, room service available. Complimentary breakfast. All rooms feature microwaves, refrigerators and free WiFi. Relax in our indoor pool/hot tub and fitness room. Pets Welcome with fee. Adjacent to the Watertown Event Center. FORT SISSETON STATE PARK
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